Quality of Life Radio

Confusion After COVID - Sarah Elliston on Big Blend Radio

What is the "new normal" going to look like? In considering our future post COVID, Sarah Elliston shares how it is helpful to remember that all behavior is purposeful; we act to achieve something or experience something. Hear about Choice Theory and how to use a Priority Ladder to make decisions. Read Sarah's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/confusion-after-covid/Sarah is the author of “Lessons from a Difficult Person – How to Deal With People Like Us, is a faculty member of the Glasser Institute for Choice Theory, and is a workshop leader and trainer who is certified in Values Realization and Parent Effectiveness Training. More: https://sarahelliston.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Life Lessons from the Tennis Court - Steve Piacente on Big Blend Radio

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Steve Piacente shares insights and critical lessons outlined in his LinkedIn article “Note to Sports Parents: What They’re Really Learning on the Field of Play.” See: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/note-sports-parents-what-theyre-really-learning-field-steve-piacente/These lessons include Responsibility and Consistency, Stability, Leadership, Communication, Time Management, Critical Thinking, Capability and Capacity. Steve is a former journalist turned life coach, who is certified by the International Coach Federation, and is also the Director of Training at The Communication Center in Washington, D.C. He is the award-winning author of three novels, “Pretender,” “Bella” and “Bootlicker.” His latest book is “Your New Fighting Stance: Good Enough Isn’t and You Know It.” Featured music on this episode is “Stepping Stones” by Kimia Penton. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

COVID with a Difficult Person - Sarah Elliston on Big Blend Radio

COVID-19 has had an impact on all of us. If you are working from home with family members living with you, someone is bound to get on your nerves. It is not a good time to explode, even though that may be what you feel like doing. On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Sarah Elliston shares tips on maintaining patience so you can accommodate those in your life who drive you crazy. Sarah is the author of “Lessons from a Difficult Person – How to Deal With People Like Us,” is a faculty member of the Glasser Institute for Choice Theory, and is a workshop leader and trainer who is certified in Values Realization and Parent Effectiveness Training. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/getting-through-covid-19-with-a-difficult-person/Featured music is “Settle Down” from the album “The Dark Side of Love” by The Cravens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Boomer’s Tales Children’s Books - Christine Isley-Farmer on Big Blend Radio

Author Christine Isley-Farmer discusses her new “Boomer’s Tales” children’s book series including the first installment “Finding My Yip,” a charming tale featuring a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel as the story’s narrator. More at https://goodreadsbychristine.com/Featured music is "I Am Here" by Gina Zavalis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Red Kitchen - Author Barbara Clarke on Big Blend Radio

A summer spent in a small village in Kenya allowed Barbara Clarke to embrace a new aspiration: to be a complete person — funny, compassionate, complex and often flawed. This episode of Big Blend Radio's Writers Wednesday Show with Books Forward features Barbara Clarke, writer, author of “The Red Kitchen,” an intimate memoir that depicts change and discovery between mom and daughter, and how it’s never too late to come of age. More: https://barbaraclarke.net/Featured music is “Wake Up” by Jennifer Saran. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Outdoors is Good for Your Heart - Dr Jacqueline Eubany on Big Blend Radio

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Quality of Life show features Dr. Jackie Eubany, a board certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book “Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story.” She discusses how getting outside for a walk or hike is good cardio for your heart, calms hypertension and stress, and is a good way to be active while keeping social distance. Read her article: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/why-parks-are-good-for-your-heart/Featured music on this episode is “Walk With Me” by Jennifer Saran. http://jennifersaran.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Soul Diving and Cooking - Shelley Whizin on Big Blend Radio

This episode of Big Blend Radio's Champagne Sundays show features Shelley Whizin, Founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ (SDI), established to study and teach the art and science of Being Human. She’s also the author of “What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life”. More: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/shelley-whizin-soul-diving/Featured music "My Old Friend" by Dave Kerzner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grand Distance - Susan Hoffman on Big Blend Radio

Susan Hoffman became an advocate and activist for disenfranchised grandparents after she was faced with a stay-away letter from her grandson’s parents following a stepparent adoption. She recounts her experiences in her latest book, "Grand Distance," which she discusses on this episode of Big Blend Radio. Susan is also the author of “Grand Wishes,” “A Precious Bond,” “It Won’t Happen Again” and “Do You Want to Be Right or Do You Want to Be Happy.” She is the creator and director of Advocates for Grandparent-Grandchild Connection, a charitable non-profit 501C (3) organization. More at https://www.grandparentchildconnect.org/ Featured music is "Stepping Stones" by Kimia Penton: https://kimiapmusic.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.